Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity?
The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year.
Some benefits will not be available for Part-Time or Part Time Staff Under 20 Hours (ex: health insurance).
Position Title:
Academic Operations Manager
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Dean of the Communication Arts, Humanities and Fine Arts Division, the Academic Operations Manager is responsible for communicating and expediting operational procedures within the division, organizing and coordinating special activities and work projects, compiling reports and assisting in the orientation and support of faculty, and coordinating academic advisement for the division. The Academic Operations Manager's work schedule may be adjusted to include other days and times to meet changing needs during the year.
Job Description:
Curriculum/Scheduling/Student Service-60%
Support the Dean, Associate Dean, and division staff inmaintainingkey operational processes, including schedule development, academic advising, data analysis and reporting, special projects and initiatives, and managing day-to-day operations
Serve as the liaison from the division to Information Technology Services, Facilities, Payroll, and Educational Affairs on PeopleSoft and Workday (effective Fall 2027) and room assignment issues
Serve as the division resource for academic advising issues, evaluation of student records, prerequisites, credentialing process, and graduation requirements
Collaborate closely with Student Advising, Educational Affairs, Records, the Bookstore, and the Welcome and One Stop Center to implement college-wide policies and strategic initiatives
Work with English Department faculty chairs, Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) coordinator, and other stakeholders to build, test, and staff co-requisite English courses; serve as liaison for ALP students, faculty, and advising staff
Serve as the main resource for course substitutions, late enrollments, prerequisite waivers, and section switches
Activelyparticipatein on- and off-campus recruitment and outreach efforts, including open house, college night, graduation, gallery openings, student performances, etc., to increase student and community awareness of division programs
Strategic Leadership and Project Management-25%
Champion the values of excellence, purpose, integrity, compassion, unity, and inclusion; support student and employee success bydemonstratinga commitment to equity, inclusion, and respectful interactions with persons of diverse ethnic, cultural, socio-economic, or educational backgrounds
Coach, mentor, and develop employees across all departments, divisions, and units in collaboration with leaders throughout the College
Encourage and support personal and professional development, learning, well-being, and work-life integration
Participate in professional associations/organizations and educational activities that enhance subject matterexpertise, leadership competencies, knowledge, and interpersonal skills
Remain knowledgeable of current state and federal laws, regulations, and best practices; ensure College policies, procedures, and programs conform to laws and align with the mission, vision, values, and strategic goals of the College
Perform any other duties that support the mission, vision, values, and strategic initiatives of the College of Lake County and the goals of the department, division, and unit of appointment
Work Schedule:
8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
Pay:
$64,400/year
This position is pending Board approval on June 23, 2026.
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time
Total Hours Per Week:
40
Position Type:
Staff
Job Family:
Professional
Posting Date:
06/15/2026
Expected Start Date:
08/25/2026
Compensation Grade:
C43
Location:
Grayslake Campus
Department:
Communication, Arts, Humanities & Fine Arts Division
EEO Statement
College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).